JAIPUR: Three years back, when Avani Lekhara competed at the Tokyo Games, it was not just about conquering the big stage fright but also her inhibitions over being a para athlete.
At the Paris Paralympics, which begin today, the wheelchair-borne rifle shooter will take the shooting lane as the reigning champion with loads of confidence. She won the gold medal in the 10m air rifle standing event and a bronze in 50m 3 positions event in SH1 category at Tokyo Paralympics.
